OiO Readiflakes® Flaked Corn (Maize) for Brewing Mash-ready adjunct for a lighter body and crisp finish OiO Readiflakes® Flaked Corn (also called flaked maize) is a classic brewing adjunct used to boost fermentability while keeping the finished beer smooth, light-bodied, and crisp. Because it’s pregelatinized, it can be added directly to the mash—making it an easy way to dial in a clean, highly drinkable profile in traditional and modern recipes. Why Brewers Use Flaked Corn Lighter body: Helps reduce heavy malt fullness for a smoother, more refreshing finish. Crisp drinkability: Adds fermentables with a mild, clean character that won’t overpower the beer. Mash-ready: Pregelatinized flakes are designed to be added straight to the mash. How to Use It Add to the mash: Mix with your crushed base malt and mash as normal. Conversion note: Flaked corn relies on enzymes from malted grain (like 2-row or pilsner malt) for starch conversion. No milling required: Use as-is. Lautering tip: If you’re using a higher percentage of flakes, rice hulls can help maintain smooth runoff. Suggested Usage Typical range: 5% - 30% of the grist, depending on the style and desired dryness/body. Great in styles like: Cream Ale, American Lager, Pre-Prohibition Lager, and other recipes where a clean, crisp profile is the goal. Sizes We Offer By the ounce: Perfect for recipe-sized additions and dialing in a specific percentage. 50 lb bulk bag: Ideal for frequent brewers and high-volume brewing. Storage Keep cool and dry: Store sealed to maintain freshness and prevent moisture pickup. Bulk bag tip: After opening, transfer to airtight containers for best long-term storage.
